Tips to Make Your Letter Professional
- Research the company and the specifics about the position so you can
tailor your letter to the needs of the organization.
- Avoid using too many sentences that start with "I" or writing in the passive
voice (ex. "This experience enabled me to..." or "Through my internship, I
was responsible for..."); instead, make yourself the subject of each sentence and use
active descriptions (ex., "In this internship, I demonstrated sound judgment and
problem-solving skills on a daily basis.").
- Do not use contractions (I'd, didn't, it's).
- Spelling, grammar, or punctuation mistakes are out of the question! Cover letters are a
reflection of your writing skills, so make each cover letter an example of your best work.
- Be sure to sign your letters. (Black ink is suggested)
- Keep your letter short and simple. This is not the time to tell your whole life's story.
- Use good quality paper that matches your resume paper and envelopes.